Maria Treben Schwedenbitter

Maria Treben Schwedenbitter (Swedish Bitters) is an herbal elixir based on the traditional recipes popularized by the Austrian herbalist Maria Treben in her book 'Health through God's Pharmacy'. While Treben's work had its roots in Austria, the brand seen here is produced and distributed primarily by Ihrlich Kräuter + Kosmetik GmbH, located in Stolberg, Germany.

This specific product is marketed as a 'house specialist', formulated from a blend of herbs curated according to Maria Treben’s original instructions. The manufacturing takes place in Germany, where the various herbal ingredients are processed into either alcoholic tinctures or dry herbal mixes for home preparation. The brand thrives on the legacy of Maria Treben's holistic approach to health and remains a staple in European pharmacies and health food stores. Ownership is held by the Ihrlich family business, ensuring the maintains its focus on traditional herbal medicine.